Big Build 2010 launched

Big Build 09 was a huge success with nearly 200 volunteers including Kieron Moore working together to build 10 homes alongside orphan headed households.

Last year's build was an amazing experience for all those who were part of it. Not just for the 10 families whose lives have been transformed but for every volunteer who had a hand in making it happen.

This year's Big Build takes volunteers to Beius to rebuild the 'White House' where 8 families are currently living in terrible conditions. We will also build 2 duplexes delivering a hand up to simple, decent shelter for 4 families in need. During 1 week in October we will help 12 families build houses, build community and build hope.

The Outsource Solutions team included Kieron Moore from Ballymoney who said:

"To start work on Monday morning and hand over the house keys to 10 families on Friday afternoon was wonderful. Big Build 2009 was amazing and everyone should be part of Big Build 2010

"35% of total housing stock in Romania is in the state of complete neglect and needing urgent repairs. Progress towards a stable market economy has been slow and difficult after years of the oppressive Ceausescu's rule. Real wages for working Romanian families have dropped by about 40%. In addition to the economic toll, Romania faces the challenge of thousands of children orphaned under the previous communist regime.

"This economic and social legacy has left many in Romania without decent shelter. Building alongside families in need provides volunteers an opportunity to learn first-hand about the need for decent housing but also challenges those who take part as perspectives are broadened, skills developed and lives changed."

To register for Big Build 2010 or to find out more information log onto to www.habitatni.co.uk or call Habitat for Humanity on 90243686